Network Description File
General Information
| Title | NED File Extension |
| Extension | .ned |
| Full Form | Network Description File |
| File Type | Simulation Configuration File |
| Developer | OMNeT++ Community |
| MIME Type | text/x-ned |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define network topology |
| Additional Functions | Describe network parameters, simulate network behavior |
| Features | Hierarchical, Modular |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Academic Research | Yes |
| Network Design | Yes |
| Protocol Testing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Documentation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | OMNeT++ 6.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ini, .xml, .msg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 OMNeT++ |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 INET Framework |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |